Preston
Gender: Boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Priest’s town
Popularity: #275
Preston Meaning and Origin
The name Preston is a boy’s name meaning “priest’s town” and is of English origin. The name Preston is derived from an English surname, which in turn originates from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words “preost” (meaning “priest”) and “tun” (meaning “town” or “settlement”). Therefore, the name Preston can be interpreted to mean “priest’s town” or “settlement of the priests.” The name Preston has gained popularity as a given name over the years. It has been used as both a first name and a surname. In terms of popularity rankings, Preston has been consistently ranked in the United States’ top 200 names for boys since the late 1990s. The name Preston does not have many common variations. However, some similar-sounding names include Press, Prentice, and Prescott.
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